Killarney’s rising indie folk/rock musician, Shane Doolan, will perform a special Movember benefit concert at the ANAM Killarney Cultural Centre on November 29.

The concert is scheduled just one week after the release of Doolan’s highly anticipated second single, After The Bells, which drops on November 21.

Attendees on November 29 will be among the first to hear the new track performed live, alongside favourites from his expanding catalogue.

The intimate evening sees Doolan return to the venue where his band previously won the Battle of the Bands competition earlier this year.

His sound blends the grit of folk rock with the intimacy of indie folk, featuring emotional, reflective, and raw storytelling.

Doolan cites influences such as Walking on Cars, Bon Iver, Kingfishr, and Kodaline.

The young musician continues to build momentum following his September 2024 debut, The Ruins.

He has more music planned with a debut EP set for January 2026.

Proceeds from the concert will go towards supporting Movember’s vital work in men’s health awareness.

The concert begins at 7.30 pm at the ANAM Cultural Centre. Tickets are priced at €5 and can be booked on the door.

The organisers of Rally Masters Ireland handed over a total of €44,444.15 to two children’s charities following a presentation at Killarney Racecourse on Sunday, November 16.

The funds were divided between LauraLynn Children’s Hospice and The Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation. Both organisations support children with life-limiting and complex medical needs and provide vital assistance to families.

The handover followed the Rally Masters Ireland event held at Killarney Racecourse on September 27.

The event drew a strong attendance of around 4,000 fans and received positive feedback from fans and competitors.

Siobhan Reen of Jack and Jill said: “Heartfelt thank you as these funds will help offset over 1200 hours of care, we only receive 20 percent funding from the government so you have no idea what this means.”

Elaine Bukley of the Laura Lynn Foundation added: “This money will go 100 percent to our Mallow Hub and will develop our Munster team of amazing nurses.”

Organiser, Killarney and District Motor Club along with event sponsor Eamon Long and Company along with a wide group of associated sponsors brought a wide range of historic and iconic cars to Killarney for the occasion.

“This event truly captured the heart of Irish rallying, not only through the iconic cars and talented drivers, but through the incredible sense of community that surrounds our sport. Seeing young fans meet the heroes they’ve only heard about in stories was something very special. I want to thank everyone who supported Rally Masters Ireland and helped us raise vital funds for two remarkable charities,” said Tim Clifford, Clerk of the Course, Rally Masters Ireland.